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MSMT Mourns the Passing of Legendary Star, Bernard Wurger
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Dec 22, 2022


Maine State Music Theatre was saddened to receive news of the passing of one of its legendary stars – an actor whose career was inextricably interwoven with the history of Maine’s premier musical theatre. “Bernie” Wurger was a mainstay of MSMT summers from 1962 until 2000, playing 195 leading and supporting roles and winning an indelible place in the hearts of his public. His long and versatile career spanned opera, musical theatre, directing, and film not only in Maine but in New York and leading regional theatres across the country.

BWW Review: MSMT Throws Big, Beautiful 60th Birthday Bash
by Carla Maria Verdino-Süllwold - Aug 14, 2018


Anniversaries are times to reflect, to evaluate, but also to celebrate. Yesterday with its 60 Years of Musical Theatre: The Best of Maine State Music Theatre gala concert, the Brunswick theatre pulled out all the stops with a big, beautiful Diamond Jubilee gala that proved a stunning culmination to this milestone season. And indeed, six decades after Victoria Crandall launched her dream at the Pickard Theater on the Bowdoin College campus, MSMT can boast numerous reasons to celebrate its history, as well as its present accomplishments and future aspirations. In a matinee and evening stagings that featured musical performances by twenty-one soloists and an ensemble of ten, as well a number of spoken tributes, Artistic Director Curt Dale Clark architected a program that was classy, heartfelt, and rich and deep in the talent it showcased. As with any commemorative event, the program tapped into nostalgia and memory but blended these with a strong sense of the vigorous, energetic, imposing presence this company has become - not only in Midcoast Maine but also as a force in national regional theatre.

CLIFFHANGER Opens Tonight at Buck Creek Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2015


'Take a Shot' with Buck Creek Players as we open our 42nd season of quality theatre with the comedic thriller CLIFFHANGER by James Yaffe.

CLIFFHANGER Opens 9/25 at Buck Creek Playhouse
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 18, 2015


'Take a Shot' with Buck Creek Players as we open our 42nd season of quality theatre with the comedic thriller CLIFFHANGER by James Yaffe. Opening Friday, September 25th, and continuing for two weekends through Sunday, October 4th, curtain times are 8:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, with 2:30 p.m. matinees on Sundays. All performances will be held at the Buck Creek Playhouse, 11150 Southeastern Avenue. Admission is $18 for adults and $16 for students and senior citizens (ages 62 and up). Reservations are recommended, and may be reserved securely online with no added fees atwww.buckcreekplayers.com, or by calling our automated reservation line at (317) 862-2270. Group discounts are also available for parties of ten or more when purchased online.

Indianapolis Premiere of QUARTET Opens Tonight at Buck Creek Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Jan 30, 2015


The Buck Creek Players will continue their 41st season of quality theater, LIFE 101: A Season of Life Lessons, with the Indianapolis premiere comedy, QUARTET, by Ronald Harwood.

Indianapolis Premiere of QUARTET to Open 1/30 at Buck Creek Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2015


The Buck Creek Players will continue their 41st season of quality theater, LIFE 101: A Season of Life Lessons, with the Indianapolis premiere comedy, QUARTET, by Ronald Harwood.

Buck Creek Players to Stage QUARTET, Begin. 1/30
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 2, 2015


The Buck Creek Players will continue their 41st season of quality theater, LIFE 101: A Season of Life Lessons, with the Indianapolis premiere comedy, QUARTET, by Ronald Harwood.

2013-14 ENCORE AWARDS Nominees Announced!
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 16, 2014


The 2013-14 Encore Awards nominees are announced.

Buck Creek Players to Feature THINGS MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME, A DICKENS' CHRISTMAS CAROL and More in 2014-15
by Diana Heisroth - Mar 12, 2014


The Buck Creek Players have announced their 41st season of quality theater in 2014-2015. All performances will be held at the Buck Creek Playhouse on the southeast side of Indianapolis at 11150 Southeastern Avenue.

Encore Association Fundraiser Awards Ceremony Set for Tonight, 10/29
by BWW News Desk - Oct 29, 2012


The Encore Association has announced the nominees for Plays and Musicals for the 2011- 2012 Season of Encore. The winners will be announced at the 43rd Annual Encore Awards Fundraiser which will be held tonight, October 29, 2012 at the Madame Walker Theatre Center, 617 Indiana Avenue in Indianapolis. The evening will begin with a social hour from 6 to 7 pm; with the fundraiser starting at 7 pm.

Encore Association Announces 2011-12 Award Nominees; Fundraiser Ceremony Set for 10/29
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2012


The Encore Association has announced the nominees for Plays and Musicals for the 2011- 2012 Season of Encore. The winners will be announced at the 43rd Annual Encore Awards Fundraiser which will be held on Monday, October 29, 2012 at the Madame Walker Theatre Center, 617 Indiana Avenue in Indianapolis. The evening will begin with a social hour from 6 to 7 pm; with the fundraiser starting at 7 pm.

Buck Creek Players Announces Upcoming Season, CITY OF ANGELS, GENDER SOUFFLE And More
by Kelsey Denette - May 24, 2012


Buck Creek Players (BCP), the award-winning all-volunteer community theater on the southeast side of Indianapolis, is today announced the 39th season of quality theater, In the Spotlight, as they present six entertaining productions for 2012-2013.

Buck Creek Players' GHOSTS Closes 6/13
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 2010


Buck Creek Players, the award-winning all-volunteer community theater on the southeast side of Marion County, will present Arthur Kopit's translation of Henrik Ibsen's Ghosts beginning Friday, June 4th, and continuing for two weekends through Sunday, June 13th. Curtain times are at 8:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, with 2:30 p.m. matinees on Sundays.

Photo Flash: Buck Creek Players Presents GHOSTS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 4, 2010


Buck Creek Players, the award-winning all-volunteer community theater on the southeast side of Marion County, will present Arthur Kopit's translation of Henrik Ibsen's Ghosts beginning Friday, June 4th, and continuing for two weekends through Sunday, June 13th. Curtain times are at 8:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, with 2:30 p.m. matinees on Sundays.

Buck Creek Players Present GHOSTS 6/4-13
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2010


Buck Creek Players, the award-winning all-volunteer community theater on the southeast side of Marion County, will present Arthur Kopit's translation of Henrik Ibsen's Ghosts beginning Friday, June 4th, and continuing for two weekends through Sunday, June 13th. Curtain times are at 8:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, with 2:30 p.m. matinees on Sundays.

OKLAHOMA Closes 3/28 at Footlite Musicals
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2010


Indianapolis' Footlite Musicals will present Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! thru March 28.

Footlite Musicals Continues Season with OKLAHOMA! and OLIVER!
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2010


Indianapolis' Footlite Musicals will present Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! on March 12, 13, 19, 21, 21, 26, 27, and 28. Friday and Saturday performances will be at 8 PM and Sunday performances will be at 2:30 PM.

Footlite Musicals Continues Season with OKLAHOMA! and OLIVER!
by Lauren Wolman - Mar 4, 2010


Indianapolis' Footlite Musicals will present Rodgers and Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! on March 12, 13, 19, 21, 21, 26, 27, and 28. Friday and Saturday performances will be at 8 PM and Sunday performances will be at 2:30 PM.

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